Technical Specialist – SWIFT Payments & Sanctions with banking domain

We have an urgent requirement for Technical Specialist – SWIFT Payments & Sanctions with banking domain experience is required for one of our banking client in Dubai,

Strong experience on Strong, real production experience with SWIFT Alliance Access / Entry---Must

Strong experience on SWIFT MT & MX (ISO 20022) message flows Must

Strong experience on Sanctions Screening System Experience (Payments Compliance)- MUST

Strong experience on UAE payment systems such as UAEFTS / RTGS / IPP / WPS—preferred

We are seeking a skilled Technical Specialist – SWIFT to manage and support the SWIFT payment system and related financial messaging platforms. The role requires strong hands-on experience with SWIFT infrastructure, payment flows, sanctions screening systems, and UAE payment systems, ensuring secure, compliant, and uninterrupted payment processing.

Experience With UAE Payment Systems Is Highly Preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, support, and maintain SWIFT payment systems (SWIFT Alliance Access/Entry, SWIFTNet).
• Monitor and troubleshoot SWIFT message flows (MT/MX) to ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Integrate and support sanctions screening systems (e.g., Fircosoft, Actimize, Accuity, or similar).
• Support and manage UAE payment systems such as UAEFTS, RTGS, IPP, and WPS (where applicable).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including AML, sanctions, and UAE Central Bank regulations.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Payments, Compliance, Operations, IT) to resolve issues and implement enhancements.
• Perform system upgrades, patches, and certificate renewals for SWIFT infrastructure.
• Support testing activities for new payment products, regulatory changes, and system upgrades.
• Maintain system documentation, SOPs, and incident reports.
• Participate in audits and provide required technical support and evidence.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

5–7 years of hands-on experience with SWIFT payment systems.

Strong knowledge of SWIFT messaging standards (MT, MX, ISO 20022).

Proven experience working with sanctions screening systems and payment compliance controls.

Solid understanding of cross-border and domestic payment workflows.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Skills: compliance,payment systems,swift